The Mammoth Book of Celtic Myths and Legends

by Peter Berresford Ellis

Book Overview

Developed from an early oral storytelling tradition dating back to the dawn of European culture, this is one of the oldest and most vibrant of Europe's mythologies. From all six Celtic cultures - Irish, Scots, Welsh, Cornish, Manx and Breton - Ellis has included popular myths and legends, as well as bringing to light exciting tales which have been lying in manuscript form, translated and unknown to the modern general reader.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1841192481
• ISBN13: 9781841192482
• Release Date: May 2022
• Publisher: Robinson Press
• Length: 640 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 5.3" x 7.5"

Customer Reviews

celtic myths and legends

I have found Celtic myths and legends interesting and thoroughly fascinating. The only problem is my ignorance of the Gaelic language makes it a little difficult to read the personal names and place names. nevertheless the stories are fascinating reading. It makes me think I would like to at least try to learn to speak Gaelic, though I have heard that it is one of the more difficult languages to learn. And of course I would also like to travel to Europe to see the places where celtic culture and literature were born. And I would like to become more familiar with the celtic peoples and their culture.

Great books for lovers of Myths and legends

I bought this book before i went on a trip to Europe , and i am so glad that i did. I had read a review some where that it was a great bed time story book as well for kids, and since i had my 6 year old with me on this little trip i decided it would be a great idea. Well it was a great book and all the stories were wonderful but not all stories are good for little kids. The stories really drag you right in and make you feel like you are right there with these people. It is refreshing to have a books filled with stories that brings the magic back to life in this cold and empty life we all lead. A wonderful escape from the drab everyday stuff. A good thing i thought is that the author seperates them by countries of origins and then gives you a little backround info on his sources and such before you move on to the stories of each section. I was upset that there was an end to the book , its one you wish would just keep going. This is a wonderful edition to my collection and will be read more then once for sure.

excellent book

This book is an absolute gem. I suggest this book to anyone interested in the mythology of the Celts. I was particularly pleased to see myths from the Isle of Man and Cornwall included in the book. Many books on Celtic Mythology focus only on Ireland and Wales. This book is worth it's weight in gold.

Wonderful Book

Written as only Peter Berresford Ellis can. The man is a wizard at making words come to life on any subject he chooses. A great way to pass on the legends of your Celtic heritage.

GREAT BOOK

This book contains stories from almost every Celtic country; Ireland, Isle of Man, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, and Brittany. The author writes these tales like short stories, which is easier to understand than the original versions I'm sure. If you want to hear a veriety of stories from all over the Celtic world, then buy this book.